Grounded 2 is a Proving Ground for State of Decay 3’s Multiplayer

In the year 2024, it became public knowledge that the team at Undead Labs, responsible for State of Decay 3, was receiving aid from Obsidian Entertainment in developing their shared world feature. This information was quite significant at the time, but it holds even more weight now as Grounded 2 is on the verge of its Early Access release.

Fans are aware that the cooperative mode in State of Decay 2, often criticized as a “ride-along,” was not particularly enjoyable and failed to engage the community. This limited co-op option didn’t add much value to the game, despite its intention to support each player with extra loot and items. The lack of enjoyment in this feature left the co-op community uninterested in State of Decay 2. However, Grounded, developed by a different studio, did not encounter this issue, indicating Undead Labs’ dedication to improving the cooperative experience in State of Decay 3. Additionally, the success of Grounded could be a sign of what’s to come for future developments in cooperative gameplay.

Grounded’s Co-Op Community is Prepared

In 2025, one of the most surprising developments was Obsidian Entertainment unveiling not just one but three major titles: “Avowed, The Outer Worlds 2,” and “Grounded 2” (in early access). This unexpected move has propelled them towards becoming a key player on Xbox platforms. In “Grounded 2,” players can expect an enhanced version of Obsidian’s collaborative save system and persistent world, showcasing the studio’s continuous growth and innovation.

Although there hasn’t been much recent news about State of Decay 3, past announcements hint at a larger play area and multiplayer participation compared to State of Decay 2. Undead Labs has also suggested that they will make the online co-op experience more adaptable, creating a genuinely open co-op world dominated by multiplayer. Furthermore, State of Decay 3 is expected to offer enhanced and robust combat features. This blends Undead Lab’s IP skills with Obsidian’s technological prowess. It’s easy to make promises, but it’s Grounded 2 that matters for State of Decay 3 – a testament to their commitment to delivering on those promises.

In simpler terms, “Grounded 2” and “State of Decay 3” share similarities in their game mechanics due to the common technology behind them. While “Grounded 2” focuses on survival in a backyard overrun by giant insects, and “State of Decay 3” is a cooperative zombie-survival game, both games are likely to feature a persistent world and shared-save systems, which are essential for their respective experiences. Expect enhancements and new features for each game, with the expertise from “Grounded 2” serving as a foundation for “State of Decay 3.

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2025-07-05 12:03